Cabbage Island Clambakes
$$ • Seafood, Vegetarian
Hours:
22 Commercial St, Boothbay Harbor
(207) 633-7200
About Cabbage Island Clambakes
Cabbage Island Clambakes Reviews
Lobster, clam, corn, potatoes are so good. Beautiful sights!
Lobster, clam, corn, potatoes are so good. Beautiful sights!
Had always heard family speak highly but never went. This year we decided we would go. My only regret was we didn't come sooner. We had an excellent time, great food and staff was beyond kind and friendly. We will be back again!!
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 8AM - 5PM |
| Tuesday | 8AM - 5PM |
| Wednesday | 8AM - 5PM |
| Thursday | 8AM - 5PM |
| Friday | 8AM - 5PM |
| Saturday | 8AM - 5PM |
| Sunday | 8AM - 5PM |
Cabbage Island Clambakes offers a unique and memorable dining experience, treating guests like family and ensuring everyone is well taken care of. The feast of fresh seafood, cooked on the beach in large holes, creates a sense of community and camaraderie. The menu includes freshly caught clams, mussels, lobsters, and other shellfish, along with side dishes, fruit, and desserts. Guests are encouraged to participate in the cooking process, making it a hands-on dining experience.
The owners and their staff provide excellent hospitality, ensuring that every guest has a great time. Visitors often enjoy a peaceful boat ride to the island, which adds to the special atmosphere. Once on the island, guests can explore and then line up for the clam bake, which is described as the best lunch of their life. The seafood is incredibly fresh, with lobsters and steamers covered in kelp, adding a unique flavor and aroma.
The food includes 2 lobsters, clams, chowder, boiled egg, onion, baked potato, corn on the cob, melted butter, ice tea, coffee, and a delicious blueberry cake. The service is friendly and attentive, often provided by young staff earning money for college, which adds a hopeful touch to the experience. Guests can also enjoy small trails and beautiful views of the sea in between the courses. Be sure to book in advance for this popular event, where you can enjoy fresh seafood, beautiful scenery, and a sense of community in a casual outdoor setting.